Accommodations

We have a block of rooms at two hotels this year. The Hotel Shattuck Plaza, in downtown Berkeley and the Berkeley Lab Guest House, on site at LBNL.

Hotel Shattuck Plaza, Berkeley

East Bay

Convenient Location - Around the corner from BART, the hotel is easily accessible to and from OAK and SFO airports. In addition, the hotel is two blocks from UC Berkeley and amidst a myriad of restaurants, theaters, and shops.

Historic Property - Built in 1910 by the family of Francis Kittredge Shattuck, the hotel was Berkeley's first, and set the standard for hotels that followed. After undergoing a multi-million dollar renovation, this is Berkeley's newest boutique hotel.

Eco-friendly Operations - Green initiatives have been implemented throughout the hotel including a key card activated energy systems in rooms.

FIVE, A Modern American Bistro - FIVE features local, organic and sustainable ingredients. American Cuisine, casual yet upscale.

As there are a limited number of rooms available under the special TOUGH Symposium group rate of $142.00/night plus taxes, you are encouraged to make your room reservations early by visiting this link. You may also call the hotel directly 510-845-7300 or toll free 866-466-9199 and ask for the TOUGH Symposium- Lawrence Berkeley Lab group. Additional information about the Hotel Shattuck Plaza may be found by visiting their web site at:

*Special Group Rate $142 is only available for the dates of September 12, 2012 through September 21, 2012. Must book by August 13, 2012 to get this group rate.

Berkeley Lab Guest House

LBNL

Our beautiful guest house is conveniently located on the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory campus and features 57 tastefully appointed guest rooms. Whether you are a research participant or a visiting scholar you will find ‘a home away from home’ at our guest house. Many of the rooms offer spectacular views of the San Francisco bay, skyline, and City of Berkeley. The guest house is only a few minutes away from the University of California Berkeley Campus and the dynamic Berkeley community itself.

As there are a limited number of rooms available under the special TOUGH Symposium group you are encouraged to make your room reservations early. The rate is $99/night which includes internet, parking, and taxes. To make a reservation, phone (510) 495-8000 and reference the TOUGH Symposium or complete the reservation request form and fax it (510) 495-8800. Additional information about the Berkeley Lab Guest House may be found by visiting their web site at: